Sowdon writes to Coates in Dublin to make clear that he has resigned his share in the bond and lease for the "Music Hall" which he signed jointly with Spranger Barry. He asks Coates to apply to Barry to release him from the bond and lease...

Garrick writes to Henry Temple, 2nd Viscount Palmerston, to change the date of a scheduled visit. Letter contains the watermark of LVC and a wax seal. Letter also contains notes by a possible second hand. Wax seal stain can be seen on each page.

Lawrence turns down Starker's request to shorten his article for the "Dublin" and complains about one of his other article's treatment at the hands of Sidney Glover, the editor of "Apollo." He looks forward to leaving London for the less expensive...

C. Kean writes Cole saying that he is sorry to hear about his "attack" and hopes to call upon him. The letter contains an engraving. C. Kean refers to Charles Kean. Cole probably refers to John William Cole. The letter contains a postmark and...

In an urgent letter from London, Barry requests the remainder of the five hundred pounds from Sowdon in order to pay Coates.The second and third pages of the letter are blank, and there is a notation next to the address: "Letters From Barry with my...

Writing from Dublin, Lawrence congratulates Starkey on his "recent honor" and looks forward to his visit the next day. He also inquires about La Tourette Stockwell's new book about the Dublin theatres.

Tayleure writes to Kean about a collection of letters and other materials related to his father, Edmund Kean. Tayleure mentions the monetary value of certain letters and sends materials to Kean to propose a sale. Tayleure adds a postscript about...

Barry writes from London to express his confidence and personal support for Sowdon's plan for a Dublin theatre to rival Sheridan's. He suggests raising funds through subscription and mentions several actresses who may be interested in joining the...

In a genial letter, Garrick "presents his best Acknowledgements wrapt in the most refin'd Gratitude" to Georgina Shipley. Letter also sends well wishes to Lady Harriet and two Miss Shipleys. Letter contains a large watermark in the center.

Poel writes of his dream to build an Elizabethan playhouse in Stratford-on-Avon. He also mentions his upcoming lecture on the disappearing art of the actor. The envelope is addressed to Green-Armytage in Bath.

The composer, Sir Henry Rowley Bishop, writes Charles Kemble saying he is forwarding a package from John Howard Payne and asks for reimbursement. In the postscript, Bishop asks Kemble if he has written Payne regarding his melodrama and other...

David Garrick sets forth terms in a legal document between himself and a John Moody regarding the "Release of a Bond it being lost." Document has been signed by Garrick and Albert Waller, a witness. Letter contains two watermarks, an embossing, and...

Charles Kemble writes American actor and playwright, John Howard Payne, saying that he is sending him an admission to a private box and says he is hoping to "look in upon him." Page 4 is a self-cover with a seal. The page 4 scan was rotated 90...